MYSURU: Krishnaraja Nagar MLA Ravishankar got embroiled in a controversy after he allegedly physically assaulted a a person who approached him with a grievance. However, he later clarified that he only tapped the man on the back.

Ravishankar allegedly raised his hand in anger when a person tried to tell him about their problem during a public meeting to address grievances. The incident has drawn criticism, with many questioning the MLA’s behavior. The opposition has also seized the opportunity to criticize the MLA and the ruling Congress party.

However, the MLA clarified that he did not assault anyone during a public meeting. He stated that he was trying to get the individual’s attention by tapping them on the back and asking him to come closer, but it was misinterpreted as an assault.

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